The search is still on to find Tendring’s favourite historic buildings and heritage sites.

Tendring District Council (TDC) is reminding residents to have their say as part of an ongoing six-month public consultation, which began in December.

The ‘Call for Heritage Sites’ follows the adoption of criteria for a Local Heritage List by the council’s Cabinet last year.

The consultation aims to help the council create a list of sites that are important to local people but do not necessarily meet the specifications to be listed as officially designated heritage assets.

Andy Baker, TDC Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning, said: “We are delighted with the community's response so far, but we want to ensure everyone has the chance to help shape our Local Heritage List.

“The list offers a unique opportunity for the community and the council to work together to identify heritage sites that are treasured and distinctive parts of our local historic environment.

“Non-designated heritage assets encompass buildings, monuments, sites, places, areas, or landscapes that hold heritage significance worthy of consideration in planning decisions, even if they do not meet the criteria for designated heritage assets.

“Promoting our heritage, which in turn attracts visitors and encourages them to stay longer, is part of Our Vision, the council’s corporate plan, and is an important part of everything that we do.”

To submit a site for consideration, complete a Nomination Form and email it to locallist@tendringdc.gov.uk or post to: Planning Policy, Tendring District Council, Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1SE.

The criteria against which non-designated heritage assets will be assessed can be found online at Criteria for non-designated assets.

For more information about the consultation, which runs until 2 June 2025, go to https://www.tendringdc.gov.uk/content/heritage.